Lotrščak Tower - Wikipedia
WEBThe Lotrščak Tower (Croatian: Kula Lotrščak, pronounced [kǔːla lotrʃtʃâːk]) is a fortified tower located in Zagreb, Croatia, in an old part of town called Gradec or Gornji grad (Upper Town). The tower, which dates to the 13th century, was built to guard the southern gate of the Gradec town wall.
The Lotrščak Tower and Grič cannon - Visit Zagreb
WEBLotrščak Tower is Zagreb’s fortified tower. It was a part of the southern gate and town defences against the Turks, built in 1266. Today, it is one of the last remaining fortifications and one of Zagreb monuments. But wait – there’s more, inside the Grič cannon fires every day exactly at noon.
Zagreb Upper Town (Gornji grad) – Oldest part of Zagreb - Visit Zagreb
WEBZagreb Upper Town is the oldest part of Zagreb. A splendid labyrinth of narrow cobblestone streets and wonderful buildings. At the Dolac market and Tkalčićeva street you can enjoy the daily life and feel the atmosphere.
Kula Lotrščak Zagreb – Old tower that still bangs
WEBLotrščak tower is one of my favorite buildings in Zagreb. It stands old & proud, overlooking downtown Zagreb like its strong guardian. Built in the 13th century as part of the old town's defensive walls, Lotrščak got its name from Latin campana latrunculorum – the bell of …
9 Best Things to Do in Zagreb, Croatia - Europe Up Close
WEBNov 23, 2009 · The funicular stops at the foot of Zagreb’s former defense tower, Lotrscak. This 13th-century white stone structure once protected the city from attacks and raids, and sounded the alarm (a ringing bell) in case of fires and floods.
The Lotrščak Tower - Infozagreb
WEBIt was then when the Lotrščak Tower was built to guard the southern gate of the town - a former small gate Dverce - which was demolished in 1812, during the reconstruction of the southern promenade, today called the Strossmayer Promenade.
Lotrščak Tower (Zagreb) - Croatia Reviews
WEBJul 6, 2015 · The Lotrščak Tower is a fortified tower located in Zagreb, Croatia, in the old part of town called Gradec or Gornji grad (English: Upper town). The tower, which dates to the 13th century, was built to guard the southern gate of the Gradec town wall.
Lotrščak Tower in Zagreb - Visit A City
WEBThe Lotrščak Tower is a 13th-century fortified tower built in order to protect the southern gate of the old Gradec town walls. Situated in the Old Town district of Gornji Grad in the city of Zagreb, i.
Lotrščak Tower - Klovićevi dvori Gallery
WEBDuring this time, the Lotrščak tower was built. Its main function was to guard the city’s southern entrance: the little Dverce gate. These were taken down in 1812 during the construction of Zagreb’s southern promenade or the Strossmayer promenade (Strossmayerovo šetalište) as we know it today.
Lotrscak Tower, Zagreb, Croatia - SpottingHistory
WEBThe Lotrščak Tower is located in an old part of town called Gradec of Zagreb. The tower, which dates to the 13th century, was built to guard the southern gate of the Gradec town wall. The name is derived from Latin campana latrunculorum, meaning 'thieves' bell', referring to a bell ...